Loaded with fresh herbs, juicy tomato, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado, the addition of olive oil and lime finishes our avocado cucumber tomato salad recipe for a perfect side dish or light meal.
Try a few more tomato-based recipes like burrata bruschetta and burrata Caprese.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Persian Cucumber: Persian cucumbers add the perfect crunch, but use what you have on hand.
- Tomato: Use petite tomatoes like cherry, grape, or medley.
- Cilantro: Cilantro brightens the salad.
- Olive Oil + Lime: Flavor the dressing with olive oil and lime.
- Garlic: I suggest using one clove, but don’t let my recipe tell you how much garlic to use – go for it.
- Avocado: Use avocado to add creaminess to the salad.
- Spices: Finished the salad with kosher salt and black pepper.
Additions and Substitutions
- Dairy: Mozzarella, Feta
- Vegetables: Corn, Red Onions, Spinach, Arugula
- Herbs: Basil, Mint, Dill
- Dressing: Avocado Lime Crema, Avocado Green Goddess Dressing, Serrano Crema
How to Make Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Step 1: Cut the cucumbers, tomatoes, and cilantro. Transfer them to a serving bowl.
Step 2: Add olive oil, lime juice, fresh garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
Step 3: Cut the avocado into cubes.
Step 4: Gently fold them into the salad, careful not to over-mix.
If you love this recipe, pair it with one of these dinner favorites!
What to do with the Leftovers
- Refrigerate – Store the leftover avocado cucumber tomato salad in an airtight container for 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the salad ahead of time?
Sure, prepare the salad the day before. However, I recommend leaving out the avocado. When you’re ready to serve, fold the avocado pieces into the salad.
Can I use something other than cilantro?
Sure, fresh dill or parsley are great substitutes. If you go this route, use lemon juice in place of lime to compliment the flavor.
More Salad Recipes:
Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
- 6 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 1 package grape, cherry, or medley tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1½ tablespoon olive oil
- lime juice, ½ lime
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, coarse ground
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large avocado, cut into cubes
- Cut the cucumbers, tomatoes, and cilantro. Transfer them to a serving bowl.
- Add olive oil, lime juice, fresh garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
- Cut the avocado into cubes and gently fold them into the salad, careful not to over-mix.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Sarah
Monday 13th of February 2023
I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit! The fresh herbs and juicy tomato paired perfectly with the creamy avocado and crisp cucumber. The addition of olive oil and lime gave it a delicious zing that took it to the next level. I loved having it as a light meal, but it would also make a fantastic side dish for any gathering. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Tressa Jamil
Monday 13th of February 2023
Thanks for taking time to comment. I am not kidding when I say that we pair this salad with everything.